The group must race against time to stop the Red Oloibon , a village elder who has turned to dark magic and released thousands of monsters into the world.
Mwikali just wants a normal life at her new school, the Savanna Academy. But after she accidentally draws her teacher as a monster—only to see that teacher actually transform—she meets three classmates: Soni, Odwar, and Xirsi. Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask by Shiko Nguruepub
They reveal that Mwikali is a Seer , part of the Intasimi bloodline. The group must race against time to stop
As the first book in the series, it follows 12-year-old Mwikali, who moves from the U.S. to Kenya and discovers her secret heritage as a descendant of legendary warriors. 🎭 The Plot at a Glance They reveal that Mwikali is a Seer ,
According to reviewers from Just Imagine and The Horn Book , the book excels in several areas: Mwikali and the Forbidden Mask - Foreword Reviews
If you're looking for a fresh, mythology-driven adventure, by Shiko Nguru is a standout debut that blends contemporary Nairobi life with ancient Kenyan legends.